Packing

Packing Suggestions

Your packing list will vary depending on the season and the specific areas you plan to visit.

It’s always beneficial to travel light. This may feel daunting at first but it’s easy to accomplish with some strategizing.

If you have internal flights, bear in mind there is a weight restriction of 44 lb.s for check in and 12 lb.s for carry on.

While the weather in Egypt will be moderate in the winter, it is still the desert and, therefore, can be counted on to be dry and sunny. Nights in the desert can be chilly so sweaters and jackets are recommended. Travelers generally find it best to dress in layers. Please use the following list as a guideline of what to bring. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.

The key to successful packing is to think in terms of layering. Unless you are traveling in the summer months, two very useful items to have are a fleece and a wind jacket.

Dress Etiquette

Informal dress is the norm with Egyptians—who are by now fairly accustomed to how foreign tourists dress. However, their tastes are still somewhat conservative with regard to women. While slacks and knee-length walking shorts for ladies are readily accepted, barebacked sundresses and skimpy clothes in streets and public areas are generally not. Also please avoid sleeveless shirts and tank tops in public areas (though a tank top under a blouse with sleeves is acceptable).

A long-sleeve shirt made of light washable linen or cotton is recommended for sun protection. Also light—cottons are less sticky than synthetics. Add a sweater for cool evenings.

As you will likely be doing a significant amount of walking on your trip, good walking shoes that provide support are vital. Easy-to-kick-off sandals or moccasins are nice to have for visiting mosques.

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